Job Description

International Airport of Heraklion, Crete S.A. is currently looking for a:

Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

Responsibilities

• Prepares and coordinates the annual budget and mid-year revision processes, ensuring alignment with strategic and project timelines
• Maintains and updates long-term financial models to support business planning and scenario analysis
• Liaises with departments to consolidate inputs, validate assumptions, and support forecast accuracy
• Prepares management reports, dashboards, and variance analyses to support financial oversight
• Monitors budget execution and provides insights on deviations, cost drivers and performance trends
• Maintains headcount and operational cost tracking models, working closely with relevant teams for financial planning support
• Supports the development and implementation of MIS tools to enhance reporting automation and accuracy
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of financial data flows and forecasting methodologies
• Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders on financial modeling or data analytics initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial planning, analysis, or business controlling
• Prior experience in capital-intensive industries is highly desirable; experience in infrastructure or airport development projects is a plus
• Strong proficiency in Excel and reporting tools (e.g., MIS dashboards)
• Good working knowledge of financial modeling; familiarity with ERP systems is preferred
• Excellent knowledge of English language, both oral and written

Competencies

• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Team-oriented, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities